as in to rein (in)
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Recent Examples of clamp down
Bost had argued that the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election caused courts to clamp down on candidates’ ability to challenge rules governing their campaigns.
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Ella Lee, The Hill, 14 Jan. 2026
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei signaled that security forces would clamp down on protesters after overnight marches through the streets as the country continues to see demonstrations.
—Rachel Wolf, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Instead, the Chavistas may remain in charge, and a new dictator may clamp down even harder.
—Andreas Kluth, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
The Republicans’ package would clamp down on middlemen called pharmacy benefit managers who work to manage drug costs and process claims for insurance plans.
—Kevin Freking, Fortune, 17 Dec. 2025
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Ella Lee, The Hill, 14 Jan. 2026
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei signaled that security forces would clamp down on protesters after overnight marches through the streets as the country continues to see demonstrations.
—Rachel Wolf, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026
Instead, the Chavistas may remain in charge, and a new dictator may clamp down even harder.
—Andreas Kluth, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
The Republicans’ package would clamp down on middlemen called pharmacy benefit managers who work to manage drug costs and process claims for insurance plans.
—Kevin Freking, Fortune, 17 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clamp down
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Monday's situation at the airport was much calmer, despite below-freezing temperatures that caused the weekend's rainfall to turn back into ice.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2026
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Morris shook Crockett’s hand before turning back down the sidewalk.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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The European Rail Traffic Management System, now rolling out across the continent and beyond, gives them real-time target speeds, illustrations of braking curves and line status information many miles ahead, allowing for smoother, safer and more energy-efficient operations.—
Ben Jones,
CNN Money,
26 Jan. 2026
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Never brake while driving on black ice.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Jan. 2026
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Celebrity Skin follows, and so does the eventual alienation of anyone Courtney thinks is holding back her ascent into the stratosphere.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
28 Jan. 2026
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To the administration, the Fed is holding back the engine to growth.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
28 Jan. 2026
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Despite hybrid work flexibility, employees are more tethered to their roles than ever—checking email after hours, attending back-to-back meetings that now average over 11 hours per week, and navigating expectations that blur work and life.—
Jasmine Browley,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Henderson checked into the game for Fullerton and hit a pull-up jumper and then a 3-pointer to extend the lead back to double digits at 22-12.—
Dan Arritt,
Oc Register,
23 Jan. 2026
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In recent weeks, the Iranian government has killed and arrested thousands of peaceful protesters.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
23 Jan. 2026
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The Human Rights Activists News Agency reports more than 26,000 people have been arrested.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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One figure who comes to mind when thinking of Scott’s rise is the late designer and creative Virgil Abloh, whose collaborative spirit stamped a generation of young hip-hop acts, Scott included.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
21 Jan. 2026
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Lainey Wilson starts off the 17-minute compilation video by explaining how her first meeting with Parton is forever stamped in her memory.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
19 Jan. 2026
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Some fears exist among the British right that Reform’s success could still be squashed by an alliance of Labour, the Green Party, the Lib Dems, and a confederation of minor parties if a pact is not struck with the Conservatives, assuring a unified right-wing bloc.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Jan. 2026
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To try to squash a referendum using the persuasion of a bully pulpit is one thing.—
Pat Beall,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Jan. 2026
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This led organically to feelings of love for one’s Black nannies and friendship with the children of your Black live-in maids, but this warmth had to be suppressed.—
Eve Fairbanks,
The Dial,
27 Jan. 2026
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Is grief, guilt, or shame suppressing your willpower?—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Clamp down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clamp%20down. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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